Texas History for Kids

105 - The Yellow Rose of Texas: Song, Story, or Legend?

Michelle Gallegos Season 1 Episode 105

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 Was The Yellow Rose of Texas song written about a real person… or is it a legend that bloomed later? In this episode, we follow the trail of a famous song, a mysterious woman named Emily, and the Battle of San Jacinto. You’ll learn where the song really came from, why Texans embraced it, and how folklore, music, and history sometimes twist together. 

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